The set-up: Two hungry non-conference competitors go head-to-head on Wednesday night and in my opinion, points will be plentiful. Brooklyn comes in having won five of its last seven, most recently pulling away for a 109-102 win over the Celtics. D'Angelo Russell led the way with 34 points, five boards and seven assists in the victory. Not to be outdone though, the Rockets come in red hot as well after winning 14 of their last 18, most recently destroying the Grizzlies 112-94 at home. James Harden would explode for 57 points in the victory.

The pick: When these teams layer on November 2nd it was the Rockets that pulled away for the 119-111 win. I'm expecting a similar final combined score here as well as I look for each team to push the pace from start to finish. This number is low, play the "over."

*10 over